Is Water the New Gold? ep. 355

Could water truly be the new gold? In this compelling episode of "REady2Scale," host Jeannette Friedrich, Director of Investor Relations at Blue Lake Capital, engages with Riggs Eckelberry, President and CEO of OriginClear. Together, they explore the evolving significance of water as an indispensable resource and discuss its potential to be as valuable as gold in terms of investment and necessity. Key Topics Covered: Riggs's Unique Background: From sailing with L. Ron Hubbard to leading a NASDAQ-listed company, Riggs shares his journey and the lessons learned in public relations and crisis management. The OriginClear Story: Focus on how OriginClear is addressing challenges in the water treatment industry, emphasizing innovation and the shift towards decentralized water treatment solutions. Going Public and Engaging Retail Investors: Riggs discusses the strategic decisions behind taking companies public, the challenges of engaging with venture capitalists, and the benefits of direct retail investor engagement. Decentralizing Water Treatment: Exploration of how decentralizing water treatment can provide sustainable and cost-effective solutions for industries and communities, reducing reliance on municipal systems. Investment and Market Potential: Discussion on the investment opportunities in water treatment and how OriginClear is positioning itself in the market to leverage these opportunities. Listeners will gain insights into the evolving landscape of water management and treatment, understand the strategic business decisions in taking a company public, and explore the potential of water as an investment vehicle. This episode is particularly valuable for those interested in sustainability, technology, and innovative business models in the environmental sector. Prefer to listen in? View the transcripts here. Watch the full episode here. Are you REady2Scale Your Multifamily Investments? Learn more about growing your wealth, strengthening your portfolio, and scaling to the next level at www.bluelake-capital.com. To reach Ellie & her team, email them at [e-mail] or complete our investor form at www.bluelake-capital.com/new-investor-form and they'll connect with you. Time Stamps 00:00 Unlocking Investment Opportunities for Ordinary Investors 00:25 Welcome to Ready to Scale: Exploring Water as the New Gold 01:38 Riggs Ethelberry: A Journey from the High Seas to High Tech 03:37 The Evolution of a CEO: From Nonprofit to NASDAQ 05:59 OriginClear's Mission: Revolutionizing Water Treatment 06:48 Going Public: The Challenges and Strategies 11:16 Innovating Investment: Water Properties and Profit Shares 13:43 Decentralizing Water Treatment: A New Era for Industry 16:26 The Rise of Water on Demand: A Game-Changer for Investors 20:18 Addressing the Water Crisis in Mobile Home Parks 22:28 Exploring Water Treatment Systems in Real Estate 22:55 The Economic Impact of Decentralized Water Systems 25:28 Water Recycling and Its Benefits 27:34 Introducing Water Staple Coins: A Future Business Model 32:47 Leadership Insights: Building Effective Teams 36:19 Engaging with the Audience: Lightning Round Questions Producer: Blue Lake Capital Strategist: Syed Mahmood Editor: Emma Walker Opening Music: Pomplamoose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices